On 1 July 2020 government-funded parental leave entitlement increased... read more
On 1 July 2020 government-funded parental leave entitlement increased from 22 to 26 weeks for eligible employees. Summary of changes...
Health and Safety – Directors back in the spotlight
An Australian Court has imposed suspended 10 month jail sentences... read more
An Australian Court has imposed suspended 10 month jail sentences on two Directors of an auto recycling company for breach...
Health and Safety / July 22, 2020
Assets Seized Following Health and Safety Sentencing
The potential for the Police to seize millions in assets is currently... read more
The potential for the Police to seize millions in assets is currently being tested in a workplace fatality case. Background...
Health and Safety / June 24, 2020
Project Orders Encouraged for Health and Safety Prosecutions
A recent health and safety case considered how beneficial project... read more
A recent health and safety case considered how beneficial project orders are for the overall health and safety of workplaces....
Health and Safety / June 24, 2020
COVID-19 Alert Level 1 Update
We are now at Alert Level 1. We recommend ensuring your business... read more
We are now at Alert Level 1. We recommend ensuring your business Alert Level 1 plan is in place –...
COVID-19 / June 16, 2020
Fixed Price Health and Safety Training for Voluntary Boards of Trustees: $500.00 (plus GST/disbursements)
At Copeland Ashcroft Law, many of us sit on and advise various... read more
At Copeland Ashcroft Law, many of us sit on and advise various voluntary Boards of Trustees. We recognize the important...
General / June 08, 2020